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Solar and battery systems bring two technologies together: solar panels that generate electricity during the day, and solar batteries that store what you don’t use straight away. That stored energy then powers your home at night or during cloudy weather. This means less reliance on the electricity grid and more control over where your energy comes from.
How Do You Work Out a Solar and Battery System?
The starting point is almost always the solar panels. Installers look at how much electricity your household uses during the day then size the solar system accordingly. Once that’s in place, a battery is added to capture the excess energy that would otherwise be sent back to the grid.
There isn’t a single “best” size – it depends on how much energy you use and when you use it. Here are some of the most popular solutions right now:
A 10kWh Sonnen battery is ideal for a small to medium-sized household. Paired with a solar system to provide enough power to run lights, appliances, and entertainment devices well into the evening.
Sonnen batteries are German-made, known for durability and smart energy management. For many families, this combination makes electricity bills drop sharply, while still giving the comfort of backup power if the grid goes down.
The Tesla Powerwall 3 offers 13.5kWh of storage and is one of the most popular batteries on the market. It works well with larger solar arrays.
This system is suited to homes with higher usage: think multiple air conditioners, pool pumps, or electric vehicles. Tesla stands out for its sleek design and user-friendly app that lets you track and manage energy in real time.
Not every home fits neatly into a package which is where custom systems come in. A small home with modest usage might only need a smaller solar system with no battery at first, while a growing family with an EV charger and big energy demand might benefit from a large solar setup and bigger battery straight away.
At SolarBright, we regularly design systems tailored to things like roof size, lifestyle, and budget.
We’ve worked with thousands of Australian households and know that every family has different goals. Some want maximum savings, others want backup in case of outages and many are simply looking to future-proof against rising power costs.
To give you an idea:
Over the life of the system, those numbers add up especially as electricity prices continue to climb.
Every household uses power differently, so there’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach. Some families want to keep the air conditioning running on hot summer evenings, others need to power a home office and charge devices late into the night, and some simply want the peace of mind that the fridge and lights will keep going during a blackout. That’s why we size every system to match your daily routine, making sure the balance between panels and battery storage is right for your lifestyle.
Price is often the deciding factor. That’s why we offer different tiers of solar and battery packages – from entry-level to premium. Finance options are also available so families can start saving on power immediately without waiting years to recover the upfront investment.
There are generous incentives available that help reduce the upfront cost of solar and battery systems. For solar panels, the Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STCs) lower the purchase price. On top of that, the new Federal Battery Rebate can cut thousands off the cost of adding battery storage to your home. Combined with SolarBright’s partnership discounts from leading brands like Tesla and Sonnen, these rebates make it easier and more affordable to make the switch.
The market is crowded with different panels, inverters, and batteries. So how do you pick the right system? A few points make a big difference:
SolarBright is an award-winning installer with more than a decade of experience. We’ve helped thousands of households reduce their bills with solar and battery systems and only work with brands we trust.
Our approach is simple: design a system that fits your energy needs, your roof, and your budget then install it with care so it delivers the savings you expect.
If you’re ready to cut your electricity bills and take control of your energy give us a call to talk to our friendly team today. We offer free consultations to help you choose the right solar and battery system for your home.
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